2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,784 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (361 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2009 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda B2300. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda B2300 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda B2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mazda B2300 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B2300 | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 5784 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 361 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 6160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 4090 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 88 L |